Shikoku Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Shikoku, Japan in May.

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Matsuyama Takamatsu Kōchi

Planning a trip to Shikoku, Japan this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Shikoku in May

Shikoku, Japan is a region in Japan. May in Shikoku generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Kōchi at 19°C (66°F) to warm in Matsuyama at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Matsuyama and 9°C (48°F) in Kōchi.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Shikoku, Japan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Takamatsu with an average of 130 mm (5.1 in) to high rainfall in Matsuyama with 151 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Matsuyama sees close to 199 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Shikoku by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Shikoku — and find the best time to visit. (based on Matsuyama)

January10°C (50°F) February11°C (52°F) March14°C (57°F) April19°C (66°F) May23°C (73°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August31°C (88°F) September28°C (82°F) October23°C (73°F) November18°C (64°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Shikoku in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Shikoku.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Shikoku

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Shikoku, Japan?

Temperature range in Shikoku (May)

Precipitation variation in Shikoku (May)

Matsuyama

In May Matsuyama generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
199 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
274 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
poor
Climate in Matsuyama →

Takamatsu

In May Takamatsu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
206 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
204 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
unpleasant
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Kōchi

In May Kōchi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
196 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
178 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kōchi →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Shikoku in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Matsuyama 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Takamatsu 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Kōchi 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)

Shikoku weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Shikoku, Japan in May?

Expect pleasant weather across Shikoku, Japan in May. The popular destination of Matsuyama averages 23°C (73°F) by day and 15°C (59°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Shikoku, Japan in May?

In Matsuyama, the average daytime high in May is 23°C (73°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 15°C (59°F).

Does Shikoku, Japan get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Shikoku, Japan. Average rainfall in Matsuyama sits around 151 mm (5.9 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Shikoku, Japan?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Shikoku, Japan with overall pleasant weather in Matsuyama. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, October and November provide pleasant weather in Matsuyama. On the other hand, the months of January, June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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